Ep 1. Outlaw World
- TVPG
- January 8, 1998
- 24 min
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7.8 (121)
In the first episode of Outlaw Star's first season, titled "Outlaw World," we are introduced to the main character, Gene Starwind, and his partner, Jim Hawking, as they are hired by a woman named Rachel to escort her to the frontier planet Heifong.
Rachel is searching for some kind of treasure, and she believes that her older brother, Fred, has the key to finding it. Fred, however, is in hiding on Heifong, and Rachel needs Gene and Jim's protection as she tries to make contact with him.
As the trio lands on the planet, they find themselves in the middle of a bustling city that seems to be made up of outlaws and criminals. The smells and sounds of the city are overwhelming, and Rachel is immediately targeted by a group of thugs. Gene and Jim protect her, but it quickly becomes clear that their mission may be more dangerous than they thought.
The group sets out to find Fred, but they soon discover that he has been captured by a gang and taken to a remote mining facility. Gene, Jim, and Rachel team up with a group of other mercenaries and head off on a dangerous rescue mission.
Once they reach the mining facility, they find themselves up against heavily armed guards and obstacles at every turn. The group splits up to increase their chances of finding Fred, and Gene and Jim encounter a mysterious woman named "the Cat" who proves to be both a dangerous enemy and a potential ally.
As the group faces off against the guards and the Cat, they discover that the mine holds a secret that could change the course of their mission. The tension builds as they fight to save Fred and uncover the truth behind the treasure he has been hiding.
Throughout the episode, we see Gene's character develop as he takes charge in the face of danger and shows his strength and cunning as a bounty hunter. Jim provides comic relief and adds a touch of innocence to the show, while Rachel's intelligence and resourcefulness help to move the plot forward.
"Outlaw World" is the perfect introduction to the series, setting the stage for the adventures to come and introducing us to a cast of characters who are both complex and entertaining. The action-packed episode combines elements of science fiction, Westerns, and adventure, and it leaves viewers eager to see what's next for Gene and his gang of outlaws.